NSS Allowance: No payment Since the start of service – Trained Teachers weep bitterly
A significant crisis is unfolding as the 2023 batch of trained teachers serving their mandatory National Service across the country has remained unpaid for nearly five months. This prolonged delay in receiving their allowances has left many struggling financially, unable to meet basic needs, and feeling disillusioned with the system.
The National Service Scheme (NSS) has yet to provide a concrete explanation for the delay, leaving affected personnel in a state of frustration and despair. Justice, a teacher serving in the Central Region, expressed his dismay: “We are disheartened by the lack of communication and action from the NSS.”
Another affected teacher echoed these sentiments, stating, “We are dedicated to serving our nation and educating the young ones, but we cannot continue to do so without the basic financial support we are entitled to.” This statement highlights the dedication and commitment of these teachers, despite the financial hardships they are currently facing.
The prolonged delay in payments has created significant hardship for these personnel, many of whom are finding it difficult to cover essential expenses such as rent, food, and transportation. The financial strain is compounded by the lack of clarity and transparency from the NSS regarding the issue.
Calls for immediate action are mounting, with these personnel demanding transparency and accountability from the NSS. They are urging the NSS to address the payment issue urgently and provide a clear timeline for when the outstanding allowances will be disbursed.
The situation has drawn attention to the need for a more efficient and transparent system to ensure that those dedicating their service to the nation are adequately supported. The affected teachers and their supporters are hopeful that their voices will be heard and that the NSS will take swift action to resolve this growing crisis.
